Sales Executive (Logistics)

TrudyQ Consulting; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm is seeking a Sales Executive in Cape Town. This role involves driving business development within a supportive team environment. Candidates should have experience in freight and logistics, possess strong selling skills, and demonstrate a thorough understanding of market dynamics. A competitive salary package, car allowance, and commission structure are part of the offer. Applicants must be computer literate and hold a valid driver's license.

Benefits

Basic Salary

Car Allowance

Company Contribution towards Medical Aid

Retirement Annuity

Aggressive Commission Structure

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in Freight/Logistics/Distribution/Supply Chain Industry.
• Present proof of Targets vs. Actual Achievements.
• Own reliable vehicle and valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned territory with knowledge of customers and competitors.
• Timely data entry in CRM tool.
• Orchestrate customer/branch relationships.
• Create value-added solutions for customer logistics needs.
• Support transition of new accounts.
• Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets.

Skills

New Business Development

Sales experience

Proficiency in English

CRM tool usage

Education

Matric / NQF4

Relevant sales / logistics / marketing qualification

Tools

Integrated information systems

Job description

Sales Executive (Logistics) required in Cape Town.

Form a part of this Top Market Leader – A Fortune 500 Company that specialises in Global Logistics.

The focus of this role will be to achieve results by driving strong business development initiatives whilst being fully embraced in a supportive and team selling cultured environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric / NQF4
• Relevant sales / logistics / marketing qualification (advantageous)
• 3-5 years New Business Development experience in the Freight / Logistics / Distribution / Supply Chain Industry (pre-requisite)
• Present proof of Targets vs. Actual Achievements
• Fully computer literate and exposure to working on integrated information systems
• Strong oral and written proficiency in the English Language
• Own presentable & reliable vehicle with valid driver’s licence

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage an assigned territory and demonstrate extensive knowledge of potential customers and competitors in this area
• Timely data entry in Customer Relationship Management tool
• Orchestrate customer / branch relationships and collaborate with regional Product, Service, Geo, and Knowledge Management resources
• Participate in the creation of value-added solutions for customer’s logistics needs, including supporting diagrams and cost-benefit calculations
• Support the transition of new accounts through customer introductions, information transfer, and securing any necessary customer paperwork. When needed, support AR (accounts receivable) collection
• Attend training & development sessions to continue developing selling skills and updating Product and Service knowledge
• Work towards and achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets
• Involvement in local trade groups, as directed by the District Sales Manager
• Take on additional assignments as required, supporting company needs

In return this opportunity will offer the successful candidate a competitive remuneration package that will include a Basic Salary, Car Allowance, Company Contribution towards Medical Aid & Retirement Annuity and an aggressive commission structure.